You have less maintenance as the $140/month HOA will cover roof, exterior maintenance, CAM, etc.

Austin sees biggest year-over-year rent increase among U.S. tech hubsAustin saw the largest year-over-year percentage increase in average rent this September among the nation's top 10 tech hubs, according to the latest report from Realtor.com.

Two of my rentals are close to the largest college in my city, so I get quite a bit of interest from that crowd.

It amazes me that tenants often want to rent the nicest place they can qualify for instead of trying to cut their largest expense so they can get ahead.

@Jay Cam, the only closing cost differences you should see between private money vs. seller financing would be if the private lender is charging you points, and perhaps an appraisal, as the seller may not care about that.

Basically the price of an RE market is based on numerous parameters two of the largest being perceived risk and perceived appreciation (property and rent appreciation).Your first investment has been outstanding. 

The hardwired spotlight cams cost $180, so it may be worthwhile to see if you can reset and use.

One of the easiest to make the largest amounts of money as investors. 

I think the speed at which you grow is probably the largest.

We also border the largest lake in Denver proper.